The Knitting Pattern Writing Handbook: How to Write Great Patterns That Knitters Will Love to Make
The Knitting Pattern Writing Handbook: How to Write Great Patterns That Knitters Will Love to Make
Review Quotes: "If there's one thing I've learned, it's to always listen to my tech editors. It's easy when everything is so well explained! The Knitting Pattern Writing Handbook should...
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Review Quotes: https: //kristinamcgrath.com/ Sarah Walworth is an expert knitting technical editor, pattern grader, and ghostwriter. She runs The Tech Editor Hub, a collaborative educational community for yarn pattern editors, and co-authored The Knitting Pattern Writing Handbook with Kristina McGrath. Sarah is completely enamored by the endless creative potential in fiber and textiles, and she firmly believes every pattern should fit every size body and fit them well. When not knitting, you'll find her wandering outside or on the couch with a dog, working through a large stack of books and several cups of coffee. She almost always writes in the margins. Table of Contents: Foreword by Francoise Danoy Introduction 1 Foundations of a Good Knitting Pattern Ensure It Is Correct Be Clear Be Concise Ensure It Is Consistent Establish Your Style Checklist Questions and Answers 2 Components of a Pattern The Essential Elements Formatting Your Pattern Accessibility Guidelines Checklist Questions and Answers 3 Gauge Understanding Gauge Swatch Large, Swatch Smart Communicate Gauge Effectively Checklist Questions and Answers 4 Charts Know Your Knitters Make It Accessible Make It Clear Include a Key In the Round and Flat Check Stitch Counts Number Consistently Make It Fit Match the Sample Right-Side View Ensure the Chart Is Readable Checklist Questions and Answers 5 Sizing Good Designs Start with Good Sizing Ensure Accurate Measurements Practice Size Inclusivity Checklist Questions and Answers 6 Common Sweater Pitfalls Necklines and Shoulders Armhole Depth Body and Sleeve Lengths and Girths Upper-Arm Measurements Cuffs That Fit Checklist Questions and Answers 7 Working with a Tech Editor What Is Tech Editing? Your Relationship with Your Tech Editor The Hiring Process Checklist Questions and Answers Glossary Further Reading Resources Appendix A: Sample Style Sheet Appendix B: Pre-edit Pattern Checklist Appendix C: Tech Tip Talk Sizing Standards Acknowledgments Index Publisher Marketing: Take your knitting knowledge to the next level with this helpful guidebook from two professional knitting tech editors that sets much-needed standards for writing clear, accurate instructions--perfect for those interested in writing and selling original patterns. "This much needed guide is filled with industry secrets and standards, making it invaluable to new and experienced knitwear designers alike. I cannot wait to share this book with my design students!" -Safiyyah Talley, author of Knit 2 Socks in 1 Knitting patterns are notorious for inaccuracies in measurements and confusing directions--but no more! The Knitting Pattern Writing Handbook sets new standards for clear, accurate pattern writing, walking aspiring and experienced designers alike through each must-have component of a thorough, well-written pattern, including how to devise and present gauge, charts, and sizing information that is correct and easy-to-follow. With a focus on how to make patterns accessible to contemporary knitters--especially beginning knitters--this much-needed reference book is destined to become a classic in an industry that is beginning to professionalize after decades (even centuries!) of informal and home-based instruction. With 90,000 patterns being sold annually on the popular knitting community site Ravelry, there's a burgeoning group of indie knitwear designers eager for this guidance, provided by authors Kristina McGrath and Sarah Walworth, who host a monthly live broadcast on the technical aspect of knitting design. Review Citations:
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Author: McGrath, Kristina
Publisher: Storey Publishing
Binding: Hardcover
Pub Date: 2023-10-31
BISAC: Crafts & Hobbies / Needlework / Knitting|Crafts & Hobbies / Reference|Crafts & Hobbies / Fiber Arts & Textiles
Subjects: Knitwear|Pattern design|Knitting|Authorship|Instructional and educational works
Weight: 0.83 lbs
ISBN: 9781635866247
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SKU: SP-9781635866247
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